Santos-KAEFER Indigenous Training & Employment Program

KAEFER Integrated Services has entered into a partnership agreement with Santos Ltd to provide a joint Indigenous Training & Employment Program in the Northern Territory. The Program will support Indigenous peoples by equipping participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to prepare them for long-term employment opportunities.

The purpose of the Program is to identify, attract, employ, train and support Indigenous candidates through traineeships, apprenticeships and tertiary study, with the aim of increasing skills and qualifications of Indigenous people across Northern Territory communities. Santos and KAEFER will support the Program with high-quality mentoring services to support participants on structured pathways that will lead to meaningful, sustainable employment.

KAEFER and Santos share an ongoing commitment to fostering the growth and development of Indigenous peoples in the Northern Territory.

The Santos-KAEFER Indigenous Training & Employment Program has a range of blue and white collar roles available. Please refer to the available opportunities below:

Available Roles

Scaffolding Cadetship

Duration: 12 Weeks

Requirements:
> Must be at least 18 years old to apply  
> Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
> Willingness to learn
> White card (OHS Construction Induction Card)
> Australian government issued ID or Birth Certificate
> Pre-employment medical
> Larrakia, Tiwi and other First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply

Participants will complete a 12-week program to attain their Cert III Basic Scaffolding qualification

HSE Advisor Traineeship

Duration: 12 Months

Requirements:
> Must be at least 18 years old to apply
> Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
> Excellent communication skills and high computer literacy
> Willingness to learn
> White card (OHS Construction Induction Card)
> Australian government issued ID or Birth Certificate
> Pre-employment medical
> Larrakia, Tiwi and other First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply

Participants will complete a 12-month program to attain their Cert IV Work Health & Safety qualification.

Accounting / Bookkeeping

Duration: 12 Months

Requirements:
> Must be at least 18 years old to apply
> Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
> Excellent communication skills and high computer literacy
> Willingness to learn
> White card (OHS Construction Induction Card)
> Australian government issued ID or Birth Certificate
> Pre-employment medical
> Larrakia, Tiwi and other First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply

Participants will complete a 12-month program to attain their Cert IV Accounting & Bookkeeping qualification.

Administration / HSE

Duration: 12 Months

Requirements:
> Must be at least 18 years old to apply
> Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
> Excellent communication skills and high computer literacy
> Willingness to learn
> White card (OHS Construction Induction Card)
> Australian government issued ID or Birth Certificate
> Pre-employment medical
> Larrakia, Tiwi and other First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply

Participants will complete a 12-month program to attain their Cert III Administration / HSE.

Trade Apprenticeships – Welder, Boilermaker & Painter Blaster

Duration: 3 to 4 Years

Requirements:
> Must be at least 18 years old to apply
> Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
> Willingness to learn
> White card (OHS Construction Induction Card)
> Australian government issued ID or Birth Certificate
> Pre-employment medical
> Larrakia, Tiwi and other First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply

Participants will complete a 3 to 4 year program to attain their trade qualification. Available trades are Welder, Boilermaker and Painter Blaster.

University Degree – Engineering (Mechanical) or Human Resources

Duration: 3 to 4 Years

Requirements:
> Must be at least 18 years old to apply
> Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
> Excellent communication skills and high computer literacy
> Willingness to learn
> White card (OHS Construction Induction Card)
> Australian government issued ID or Birth Certificate
> Pre-employment medical
> Larrakia, Tiwi and other First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply

Participants will complete a 4 year program to attain their University Degree in either Mechanical Engineering or Human Resources Management.

How to Apply?

Please follow the links below, choosing the application form relevant for you:

Please Note: The filling of the available roles is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under Section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975. These roles are only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Key Contacts

Employment Opportunities

Kylie Thorn, Aboriginal Engagement Officer | Email: k.thorn@kaefer.com.au, Ph. +61 474 159 206

Media Enquiries

Richard Harry, General Manager APAC Corporate Strategy & Development | Email: richard.harry@kaefer.com, Ph. +61 447 137 784